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The Quest to Be the Best

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Documentary series following life at a high school in South Carolina, USA. A new principal arrives on a mission to improve the school.

New principal Dr Peters arrives on a mission to improve grades and discipline, but a mass brawl and the threat of further violence gives him a swift reality check. Meanwhile, high-achieving pupil Jalena begins college applications, but with college fees costing more than a house, will she even be able to afford to go? Male cheerleader Vernon and star football player Kordel each prepare for the big Friday night football game. Can a win for the school help to get Dr Peters' ambitions back on track?

39 minutes

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Tue 21 Aug 201800:15
BBC One Scotland HD & Scotland only

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Credits

ProducerMarcus Plowright
DirectorMarcus Plowright
ProducerSarah Collinson
Executive ProducerJoe Evans
Executive ProducerNeil Crombie
Production CompanySwan Films

Broadcasts

  • Sun 12 Feb 201723:30
    BBC One except Scotland & Scotland HD
  • Mon 13 Feb 201700:45
    BBC One Scotland & Scotland HD only
  • Mon 20 Aug 201823:15
    BBC One except Yorks & Lincs, North East & Cumbria, North West, Scotland, Scotland HD & 1 more
  • Tue 21 Aug 201800:15
    BBC One Scotland HD & Scotland only

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